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Japan Airlines (JAL) Baggage Allowance
The exact Japan Airlines (JAL) cabin bag size, checked baggage allowance by fare brand and excess baggage fees — copied from the official Japan Airlines (JAL) baggage policy and checked on 30 October 2026.
Policy checked: 30 October 2026 · Source: official Japan Airlines (JAL) website (link below)
Japan Airlines (JAL) baggage allowance at a glance
Cabin: 1 piece, total L+W+H max 115cm, each dimension max 55 x 40 x 25cm; combined weight of carry-on + personal item under 10kg
· Personal item: 1 personal item (e.g. handbag or laptop) in addition to the carry-on bag
· Weight: 10 kg
Checked (Economy / Premium Economy (international)): 2 pieces, 23kg per piece, max 203cm total dimensions per piece
How Japan Airlines (JAL) counts your baggage
Japan Airlines (JAL) mixes the weight concept and the piece concept depending on route and class: on most routes your allowance is a total weight, while on some long-haul routes it is counted in pieces. The table below shows what the official policy states for each fare.
Japan Airlines (JAL) cabin baggage allowance
| Personal item | 1 personal item (e.g. handbag or laptop) in addition to the carry-on bag |
| Cabin bag | 1 piece, total L+W+H max 115cm, each dimension max 55 x 40 x 25cm; combined weight of carry-on + personal item under 10kg |
| Cabin weight limit | 10 kg |
| Notes | Cabin figures are from JAL's official international boarding guide (ontrip.jal.co.jp). Musical instrument cases up to 115cm total dimensions may be carried on as cabin baggage (100cm on aircraft under 100 seats). |
Japan Airlines (JAL) checked baggage allowance by fare
| Fare / class | Checked baggage allowance |
|---|---|
| Economy / Premium Economy (international) | 2 pieces, 23kg per piece, max 203cm total dimensions per piece |
| Business / First (international) | 3 pieces, 32kg per piece, max 203cm total dimensions per piece |
| Economy / Class J (Japan domestic) | Up to 20kg total free, no limit on number of bags |
| First Class (Japan domestic) | Up to 45kg total free, no limit on number of bags |
International flights use the piece concept; Japan domestic flights use a total-weight concept (20kg, First 45kg) with total outside dimensions within 50 x 60 x 120cm on domestic. International Business/First piece figures are from JAL's official JALPAK page; Economy/Premium Economy figures are from JAL's official travel-info page for the North America/Hawaii-Japan/Asia/Oceania sector.
Excess and extra baggage fees
| Overweight bags | North America/Hawaii-Japan/Asia/Oceania sector, per piece: 23-32kg JPY 10,000 (USD 100); 32-45kg JPY 60,000 (USD 600) |
| Extra bags | Same sector: additional bag JPY 20,000 (USD 200) per piece, up to 7 extra pieces; oversize (over 203cm total) JPY 20,000 (USD 200) per piece |
| Currency | JPY/USD |
Special items on Japan Airlines (JAL)
Sports equipment
Sports equipment exceeding the size limit may still be accepted if cargo space is available; fishing rods, golf clubs and bicycles should be in a case or fully packed (domestic page).
Musical instruments
Instrument cases up to 115cm total dimensions may be carried on board as cabin baggage; larger instruments are handled as checked baggage subject to inquiry (per JAL official pages).
Infants & strollers
Baby strollers, baby carriages and child seats can be checked as baggage free of charge (domestic page).
Pets
Pets are carried with special care until pickup at the arrival airport; a separate Pet Charge applies (domestic checked baggage page).
Frequently asked questions
What is the cabin baggage allowance on Japan Airlines (JAL)?
Cabin bag: 1 piece, total L+W+H max 115cm, each dimension max 55 x 40 x 25cm; combined weight of carry-on + personal item under 10kg Personal item: 1 personal item (e.g. handbag or laptop) in addition to the carry-on bag Cabin figures are from JAL's official international boarding guide (ontrip.jal.co.jp). Musical instrument cases up to 115cm total dimensions may be carried on as cabin baggage (100cm on aircraft under 100 seats).
How much checked baggage is included on Japan Airlines (JAL)?
Economy / Premium Economy (international): 2 pieces, 23kg per piece, max 203cm total dimensions per piece; Business / First (international): 3 pieces, 32kg per piece, max 203cm total dimensions per piece; Economy / Class J (Japan domestic): Up to 20kg total free, no limit on number of bags; First Class (Japan domestic): Up to 45kg total free, no limit on number of bags International flights use the piece concept; Japan domestic flights use a total-weight concept (20kg, First 45kg) with total outside dimensions within 50 x 60 x 120cm on domestic. International Business/First piece figures are from JAL's official JALPAK page; Economy/Premium Economy figures are from JAL's official travel-info page for the North America/Hawaii-Japan/Asia/Oceania sector.
What happens if my bag is overweight on Japan Airlines (JAL)?
North America/Hawaii-Japan/Asia/Oceania sector, per piece: 23-32kg JPY 10,000 (USD 100); 32-45kg JPY 60,000 (USD 600)
Policy checked: 30 October 2026. Airlines change allowances and fees — confirm on the official page before you travel.
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